Hungary Residency by Investment & Golden Visas

Required real estate investment minimum - €155,000

Residency in 4 months

Most affordable EU program

Residency for the entire family

Within 24 hours, we shall conduct a preliminary assessment and gauge your prospects

EU tax haven - among the world’s most beneficial tax codes

5 year residency with right to extend

The ‘Heart of Europe’ may be your best pathway to the exclusive EU Plan B

The Hungarian Residency by Investment Program is the most affordable EU Golden Visa – targeting real estate investments into one of Europe’s most promising and growing markets – Budapest.

Hungary Golden Visa is risk-free – investment made after approval.

Benefits of Hungary Residency

One of Europe’s oldest countries, Hungary continues to define European culture, lifestyle, and luxury. A country famous for its thermal springs and the world’s first official wine region, the capital, Budapest, has been hailed as the “Heart of Europe” for centuries.

Route to EU Status

Permanent residency possible after 3 years and citizenship after 8 years

Freedom of Movement

Residency comes with access to the EU’s coveted Schengen Zone

For the Entire Family

Include spouse, unmarried children, and parents on same application

No Physical Residency

Successful investors must maintain property and address, but no physical residency is required

Right to Extend

The initial residency permit is for 5 years and residency is easily renewed

Streamlined Process

No language, residency, or knowledge requirements

No Gov’t Donations

Real estate investment is the only option - no government donations or contributions

European Tax Haven

Hidden EU secret, Corp tax of 9% & Income tax of 15%

EU Plan B

Lifestyle and financial security with EU economic and political stability

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Freedom of Movement throughout the European Union

With legal residency in Hungary comes the right to travel throughout most of Europe, including the 26 remaining EU countries, the Schengen Zone, Monaco, and Andorra.

Investment Requirements

Real Estate Investment in Budapest

Property must be located in the capital city of Budapest
Property must have a value of at least €155,000 [approx. $170,000 USD]
All residential properties are eligible – new construction or existing inventory
Investor must secure prior approval from the Land Committee*
Investor must pass Due Diligence and Income checks – must establish annual income of at least €75,000 for a family of 4
Investor must make a 10% deposit on the chosen property
Within 90 days of receiving final approval, remaining property price and all program fees must be paid in full

*Astons handles all aspects of Land Committee approval, residency application, and the real estate process

Additional Program Fees*

Sales tax – 4%
Stamp duty – €135
Other expenses – €200
Budapest legal fees for property transaction – from 0.4 to 1%
State immigration fees for residency process – €30,000

*Astons Legal Support is in addition to program fees

Important Program Notes

Full cash option only – no mortgages
Property cannot be used for rental income
Property ownership and valid physical address must be maintained for residency. Original property may be sold for another property of equal or greater value

Eligible Family Members

The following can be included on one application:

Investor – main applicant
Spouse
Financially dependent and unmarried children – no age restrictions
Parents of main applicant or spouse

Astons Step-by-Step Guide for a Category D Hungarian Residency Permit

3 days

Preparation

Interview with an Astons immigration expert

An expert from Astons will assess the Hungary Program with you to ensure that it addresses all of your needs, wants, and demands.

If so, Astons will conduct our exclusive in-house pre-approval assessment and KYC/Due Diligence analysis to determine your likelihood of being approved.

Our expert will also prepare a portfolio of property listings for your review based upon your property search checklist.

Signing contract and paying for legal fees

Once you sign the contract and legal fees are paid, Astons will begin assisting you in document collection and ensuring your documents meet application requirements.

1 month

Obtaining a visa

Applying for initial temporary visa

At this stage, the investor applies for the temporary Category D visa which permits them to conduct the Golden Visa process.

The state will conduct its official due diligence and background checks as a part of the immigration process.

The application process is conducted fully remote through the investor’s nearest Hungarian consulate or embassy.

Obtaining the residency visa

Once the visa process is approved, the investor is required to visit Budapest to submit biometric data and receive the residency card in-person.

The initial residency is valid for 12-months and permits a single entry into Hungary to finalize the Golden Visa and property purchase.

1 - 3 months

Purchase of real estate

Real estate selection begins

The investor now needs to identify which property they would like to purchase and provide the required 10% down payment to secure the property

Final application approval received

Once final approval is received, full payment of remaining program fees and property costs must be made within 90 days – certificate of ownership is conveyed with payment

Hungary residency permit

Once the real estate transaction is finalized, Hungary automatically changes the category D visa to a long-term 5 year residency card – renewable with maintained property ownership and valid Budapest address